Why you should make registering a Lasting Power of Attorney a priority
Data released by Scotland’s largest health board has highlighted the potential challenges families could face if a loved one doesn’t have a Power of Attorney in place. According to a BBC report, in NHS Greater…
The AI technology that means you need to be vigilant for scams more than ever
AI technology is presenting lots of opportunities for businesses to improve efficiency, but it’s also being used by scammers. To protect your assets, it’s more important than ever that you’re vigilant and aware of how…
Half of adults reconsidering their retirement plans ahead of 2027 Inheritance Tax changes
An incoming change to the way pensions will be taxed when they’re inherited might mean you’re rethinking how you use your pension. Before you dive into updating your retirement plan, it’s important to understand what…
5 strategies that could help you avoid running out of money in retirement
Worrying about your finances in retirement could dampen your excitement as you start the next chapter of your life. As you’ll often be responsible for generating your own income once you give up work, it’s…
Why an effective financial plan might involve spending more
When people think about financial wellbeing, they often link it to frugality or building wealth. Yet, an effective financial plan isn’t always about that, sometimes, it might make sense to spend more. It can be…
How past efforts and losses might affect your decisions today
Have you ever made a decision to continue with a course of action based on what you’ve already put into it? This bias, known as “sunk cost fallacy”, might mean you don’t make rational decisions…